MPOC sees room to expand PH palm oil market

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia — The Malaysian Palm Oil Council (MPOC) sees room to expand its presence in the Philippines, particularly through oleochemicals and other high-value products, its official said. MPOC CEO Belvinder Sron said the industry group could leverage the country’s oleochemical sector to manufacture consumer goods such as laundry detergents, soaps, and personal-care items using